Pistachio Ice Cream from Japan
Nutty pistachio ice cream with green hue from natural paste, sold in premium pints but non-quota. Under HTS 2105.00.20.00 for other varieties, nut content integral but secondary to frozen dairy. Common gelato-style import.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Declare nut percentages and aflatoxin test results for FDA clearance
• Use ventilated reefer containers to avoid nut oil separation
• Avoid 2008 if nut paste dominates over ice structure